Black Ice Plum Trees

Mature Height: 10-12 ft. Mature Width: 8-15 ft.

Does black ice plum need a pollinator?

Black Ice® Plum MUST be cross-pollinated with Toka plum, La Crescent plum or American plum in order to produce fruit.

Which plum tree is sweetest?

Mirabelle plums are the sweetest of all plum varieties. The small fruit with a slight reddish blush is popular for making eau-de-vie in France. Red plum varieties have bright red skin.

How tall do black plum trees grow?

Black plum trees are evergreen and prefer tropical climates. Growing close to 100ft in height, the bark starts off dark and rough and becomes lighter higher up the tree.

Do plum trees have invasive roots?

A plum tree does not have a notorious root system, one that heaves up sidewalks, for instance. The vast majority of roots of any tree species are found in the top 12 to 18 inches of soil.

What is the hardiest plum tree?

Cold Hardy Plum Trees

• Alderman – this plum variety is fairly cold tolerant.
• Blue Damson – this self-pollinating plum variety is fairly cold tolerant. ...
• Stanley – this self-pollinating plum variety is fairly cold tolerant. ...
• Superior – this plum variety is very cold tolerant.

What is the most disease resistant plum tree?

' Japanese plums are generally less susceptible. 'President' is the only type of edible plum that is considered highly resistant.

Will Santa Rosa plum pollinate black ice plum?

Color: Purple/black with white blooms, creamy yellow/red flesh. Pollination: This plum tree is not self-fertile. In order for it to bear lots of fruit, we recommend growing this variety with Santa Rosa Japanese plum tree or with another Japanese variety such as the Fortune so that they cross-pollinate.

Do I need 2 plum trees to produce fruit?

Some varieties of plum are partially self-fertile. However, planting two or more varieties will ensure that trees consistently bear fruit. Fruit trees that require cross pollination by another variety are self-unfruitful.

What is the tastiest plum?

Here are six of the finest plum varieties to seek out.

1. Mirabelle. Surely a strong contender for the plum with the prettiest name, the mirabelle's appeal extends seamlessly into its entrancingly sweet flavour.
2. Victoria. ...
3. Damson. ...
4. Greengage. ...
5. Elephant heart. ...
6. Chinese plum.

What is the best tasting plum in the world?

Green Gage is an heirloom plum variety prized for its exceptional honey taste. Considered by many to be the finest flavored of all European Plums. Small green fruit with translucent greenish-yellow flesh develop red blush when ripe.

What is the best plum tree to get?

Santa Rosa Plum Tree: The most popular Plum tree for commercial use and home growing, the Santa Rosa produces tons of sweet, dark purple fruit. Methley Plum Tree: Considered one of the most productive and attractive Plum Trees, the Methley Plum has beautiful spring blossoms and juicy, deep-red fruit.

Are plum trees high maintenance?

Requiring less care than other fruit trees, plum trees are an excellent choice for a low-maintenance orchard. They adapt to a wide variety of conditions and are more compact than other fruit trees that require little to no work. Plums are a stone fruit that are both delicious and beautiful.

What is the best time of year to plant a plum tree?

Plant plum trees during the winter when trees are dormant. Bear in mind that bare-root plants usually establish better than container-grown trees. Young trees will need staking for the first few years. Add plenty of well-rotted compost or farmyard manure to your planting hole.

How many years does it take for a plum tree to bear fruit?

Plum trees typically begin to bear fruit when they are three to six years of age. Fruit develops earlier in some varieties and you even see baby plums begin to appear earlier in age.

How far should a plum tree be from a house?

For fruit trees grafted on dwarf rootstocks that means 3m or so, and for fruit trees on vigorous rootstocks allow 6m or more.

What are the worst trees to plant?

Trees to Avoid

• Red Oak. Red oak is one messy tree.
• Sweetgum Trees. Sweetgum Trees are known for their lovely fall colour. ...
• Bradford Pear. ...
• Lombardy Poplar. ...
• Ginkgo biloba. ...
• Eucalyptus. ...
• Mulberry. ...
• Weeping Willow.

Where is the best place to plant a plum tree?

Selecting a Planting Site

• Plant plum trees in loamy, well-drained soil.
• Choose a planting location that receives full sun—6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight at the very least.
• Avoid planting in low areas where frost may settle, as the frost can damage your trees.

Why do you need 2 plum trees?

Many plum varieties are self-fertile, so a single tree can be planted, but some are not (so are self-infertile) – check with the supplier before buying. Trees that are not self-fertile will need a compatible 'pollination partner' nearby – another plum tree that flowers at a similar time – to ensure a good crop.

Do you need 2 plum trees to pollinate?

Some plums are self-fertile; they will produce fruit without being pollinized by another variety. Others require cross-pollination with another plum in order to produce fruit reliably.